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North Korea resumes sending trash-filled balloons to South KoreaNorth Korea has resumed its provocative act of sending balloons filled with trash towards South Korea in retaliation against South Korea’s sending of anti-North Korea leaflets. In response, South Korea has restarted broadcasting propaganda through loudspeakers directed at North Korea from the border.Jun 9
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North Korea says it will stop sending trash balloons to South KoreaNorth Korea announced it will stop sending balloons filled with trash and manure across the border to South Korea. This decision comes after South Korea warned North Korea of potential retaliatory measures on Sunday. The unusual balloon conflict began when North Korean balloons released trash and feces over South Korea, particularly in border areas.Jun 3
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North Korea sending balloons filled with feces, trash over South Korean border: officialsSouth Korean residents said on Wednesday they were “anxious” after North Korea was alleged to have sent numerous balloons across their heavily fortified border to drop objects, including trash and excrement.TrendingMay 29
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Microsoft report finds China, North Korea ‘likely’ to try to interfere in U.S. electionsA new report from one of the world’s foremost computer companies says China has interfered in elections around the world – and they’re likely to do it again. Nathaniel has more on the report from Microsoft and its troubling findings.U.S. NewsApr 5
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Japanese PM delivers warning on Russian, North Korean nukes in speech to U.S. CongressJapanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addressed U.S. lawmakers in a joint session of Congress Thursday, warning about the “imminent danger of nuclear weapons proliferation in East Asia.” Kishida adds that “North Korea’s nuclear and missile program is a direct threat. North Korea’s provocations have impact beyond the region. It has also exported its ballistic missiles...U.S. NewsApr 11
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Cộng Cà Phê brews up Vietnamese coffee with first North American locationLiem Vu taps into his Vietnamese-Canadian roots by venturing to Cộng Cà Phê in Toronto’s Annex neighbourhood for ‘Fresh Off The Plate.’ With over 80 locations in Vietnam, South Korea, and Malaysia, this location is the first of its kind in North America.Global News at 5:30 TorontoMay 17
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North Korea says underwater nuclear attack drone tested in response to U.S.-led joint naval drillsNorth Korea said on Friday that it has tested an underwater nuclear attack drone, in response to a combined naval exercise between South Korea, U.S. and Japan this week. The alleged drone test came days after North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared he would scrap his country’s long standing goal of a peaceful unification...WorldJan 19
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North Korea warns of war as Kim seeks to change South’s statusNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Monday called for a constitutional amendment to change the status of South Korea as a separate state and warned that while his country doesn’t seek war, it would not avoid it, state media KCNA reported Tuesday. Kim said he concluded that unification with the South is no longer...WorldJan 16
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U.S. condemns Russia’s use of North Korean missiles in UkraineOn Wednesday, the United States and seven other nations accused Russia of exploiting its position as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) by acquiring North Korean missiles and firing them into Ukraine in violation of Council resolutions. “It’s abhorrent,” Deputy U.S. Ambassador to the UN Robert Wood said.WorldJan 10
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Russia used North Korean ballistic missiles in Ukraine: White HouseWhite House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby said Thursday that U.S. intelligence has determined that North Korea has supplied Russia with ballistic missile launchers and “several” ballistic missiles, which it has used in Ukraine. He said Russia had launched several of these missiles Tuesday as part of an overnight attack on several Ukrainian cities.Jan 4
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Tokyo conducts 1st evacuation drill in years as North Korea ramps up missile launchesTokyo residents dove for cover during the city’s first missile evacuation drill since 2018, following a series of recent test launches from North Korea. As Neetu Garcha reports, Canadian Naval Capt. Robert Watt, who met with his North Korean counterpart in 2018, says the threat of escalation is more serious than ever.Global NationalNov 7, 2023
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Minute at the Movies: Nov. 10, 2023In this week’s edition of Minute at the Movies, Todd James reviews “The Lebanese Burger Mafia” which explores the history of the Burger Baron chain in Alberta, North Korea defector documentary “Beyond Utopia, the second season of “The Santa Clauses” starring Tim Allen, Quebec retirement home drama “Testament” and “Anything for Fame” which delves into...Global News at 5 EdmontonNov 10, 2023
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U.S. soldier Travis King undergoes medical evaluations after North Korea release: PentagonU.S. Army Private Travis King will be undergoing medical evaluations, including for his mental health, following his arrival at a U.S. military hospital in Texas after being expelled from North Korea, the Pentagon said on Thursday.U.S. NewsSep 28, 2023
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Russia’s Putin accepts Kim Jong Un’s invitation to visit North KoreaRussian President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invite from Kim Jong Un to visit North Korea, but there’s no mention of when such visit might take place.Sep 14, 2023
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Meeting between Kim Jong Un, Putin spurs fears of possible Russia/North Korea arms dealIn his first international trip since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, North Korea’s leader has arrived in Russia as President Vladimir Putin is set to hold a highly anticipated defence summit with Kim Jong Un. Western powers have warned both parties against an arms deal, which would break UN sanctions — including ones Russia...WorldSep 12, 2023
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North Korea says it has launched its 1st nuclear attack submarineNorth Korea said Friday it has launched a “tactical nuclear attack submarine” it has been developing for years, a step leader Kim Jong Un described as crucial in his efforts to build a nuclear-armed navy to counter the United States and its Asian allies.Sep 8, 2023
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Putin-Kim summit: North Korean leader to visit Russia for talksNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un has departed aboard a special train bound toward Russia for a with President Vladimir Putin, a South Korean source said.Sep 11, 2023
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Iran says $6 billion to be unfrozen, US and Tehran conducting prisoner exchangeIran foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani revealed Monday that — after months of negotiations mediated by Qatar — Tehran is conducting a prisoner exchange with the U.S. after the release of $6 billion worth of Iranian funds held in South Korea.Sep 18, 2023
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Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia for meeting with PutinNorth Korean Leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Khasan, Russia on Tuesday ahead of a rare meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The meeting has sparked concerns about a potential arms deal for Moscow’s war in Ukraine.WorldSep 12, 2023
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North Korea military parade: Kim Jong Un shows off ballistic missiles to Russia, China delegationNorth Korea’s state-run television aired footage on Friday of a large night-time military parade attended by leader Kim Jong Un and visiting delegations from China and Russia and showcasing nuclear-capable missiles and new attack drones.Jul 28, 2023